Oil Spill Closes Brougham Road in Worthing

Brougham Road in Worthing was temporarily closed due to an oil spill caused by a lorry leak, leading to traffic disruption and an emergency clean-up operation.

Emergency services and Southern Water teams responded to an oil spill in Worthing on Wednesday, which resulted in the closure of Brougham Road. The leak originated from a lorry’s diesel tanks, creating a hazard and causing heavy traffic in the area. Sussex Police managed the road closure while teams worked to mitigate the impact.

Southern Water confirmed its involvement, stating that protecting the environment was a top priority. Absorbent materials were applied to the road, and the spill was tracked into nearby gullies. Authorities reported that the spill remained contained to the area around the lorry.

Traffic cleared later in the evening, and the road was reopened. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full environmental impact, with Southern Water assisting in cleanup efforts and further preventative measures.